RN - Occupational Health

• Area of Interest: Nursing

• FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.5

• Department: Occupational Hlth/Workwell

• Shift: Day shift, Mon-Friday, 7-5 PM

• Job ID: 182273

Overview

UnityPoint Health St. Luke's is seeking a dedicated and experienced Occupational Health Registered Nurse (OHN) to join our on-site health and safety team. This role is essential in providing medical, health, and safety services to our employees, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and promoting overall workplace wellness. The Occupational Health Nurse will deliver immediate care for illness and injury, manage medical records, coordinate health screenings, and support rehabilitation efforts.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.   Here are just a few:    

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Incident Response

• Provide immediate treatment for workplace injuries and illnesses

• Administer medications and maintain accurate dispensing records

• Coordinate follow-up care and treatment plans

• Record and report safety, workers’ compensation, and insurance data

• Train first responders and manage emergency equipment (AEDs, first aid kits)

• Support STD, LTD, and FMLA guidance for employees

Occupational Health Systems

• Develop and manage annual Occupational Health plans

• Schedule and coordinate pre-employment and post-offer physicals

• Maintain employee health records and daily health service logs

• Oversee respiratory fit testing and pulmonary function assessments

• Monitor local regulations and implement corrective actions

• Coordinate OSHA and Workers’ Compensation reporting

Rehabilitation & Wellness

• Initiate rehabilitation plans from day one of injury/illness

• Maintain communication with employees during recovery

• Coordinate transitional duty placements and Return to Work Agreements

• Track rehabilitation costs and generate activity reports

• Recommend independent medical exams and evaluate treatment effectiveness

• Use data to develop relevant wellness programs

Qualifications Education

• Graduate of a state-approved nursing school

• Current Iowa Registered Nurse license or temporary Iowa permit

Experience

• Prior on-site nursing experience or background in employee health services

• OHN certification preferred

Skills & Knowledge

• CPR certification

• Familiarity with OSHA regulation